1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
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1950 Austin A 70 | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 70 | Captiva |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |